Monday, December 05, 2005

Ahh, forensics...

Last weekend, while I was taking the LSAT a second time, my team was competing at the University of Portland speech and debate tournament. Sam kept me posted throughout the day, and while we did well, I think the general consensus was that the tournament judging left a bit to be desired. Now, I know I wasn't the best speaker or debater when I was a student, but compared to some of the folks who consistently get ballots in our region, I'm a genius. Knowing that these people were going to be in a position of authority over my students last weekend was like having Kobe Bryant take my daughter to the prom.

My ballots have actual comments, they include things to do and things not to do, they offer suggestions in specific parts of a speech or program, and they have a reason for decision if you're in a final round.

For that, I might just have been the best judge in our region. No, really.